Tag: Resume
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How I Used Cover Letters to my Advantage in a Competitive Job Field
By Hannah Coleman, Operations Coordinator, Career Center Getting a cover letter right can be difficult, especially when the style and tone vary depending on the job and the company you are applying for. When cover letters are done well though, the payoff can be crucial to prompt employers to give your application more than just…
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5 Career Fair Prep Tips
By: Lorne Bobren, Technology & Design Career Community Advisor The DePaul Career Center hosts several job fairs each year. The companies who attend are eager to learn about your qualifications and why you may be a good fit for their company. Whether you are looking for a full-time job or an internship, here are some…
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3 Ways Storytelling Can Enhance Your Interview
Whenever we meet someone new, we’re actively engaged in storytelling. We start by introducing ourselves and, depending on whom we’re meeting, cater our story to that particular audience. This can become tricky when we’re engaging with potential employers; what should we include in our stories, and what types of stories do employers want to hear?…
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What Recruiters Like to See on a Resume & What Makes Them Cringe
By: Kristen A. Urhausen-Kummerer, Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) mentor and former Big Four recruiting and operations leader I have read thousands of resumes in my career with the Big Four and have seen all styles, formats and lengths. Having a resume with the right information, format and presentation can make or break your chances of…
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Marketing Your Service Experiences to Potential Employers
By: Mackenzie Canfield, DePaul University English and sociology major ’17 and peer career advisor For many of us, service is a critical part of our experiences as DePaul students. It’s an opportunity to not only engage with various Chicago communities, but also build lasting, impactful relationships with individuals outside of our immediate DePaul networks. However,…
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Is Your Resume Career Fair Ready? Let’s Find Out
By: Lynn Gibson, Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) mentor and DePaul University marketing graduate DePaul’s first major career fair of the season is days away—are you ready? Your time with each recruiter will be limited. So, using every moment strategically is a worthy goal. Making a great first impression will “condition” the recruiter to expect a…
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